Frequently Asked Question
Q: What is Leadership Spokane?
A: Leadership Spokane is a
ten month long community leadership training program.
A: Program participants
become knowledgeable about crucial community issues.
They gain access to Spokane’s leadership network.
They hone their leadership and problem solving skills and
graduate ready to engage in leading the community into the future.
Q: How do I apply
for Leadership Spokane?
A: Applications are
available on the website after the first of the year. Applications
are due in April.
Q: Do I have to be referred to join Leadership Spokane?
A: No, you do not have to be
referred to join Leadership Spokane.
Q: How many
people are accepted each year?
A: 45 to 50 individuals from
a wide variety of industries, organizations, and diverse backgrounds
are chosen through a competitive selection process to the Adult
program.
A: The adult program
requires 11 full days, beginning with a two-day overnight retreat in
September, followed by the first Friday of the month, October
through June.
A: Tuition is $3,000
Q: How will my employer benefit?
A: Employers enhance their leadership stature
in the region through employee participation in Leadership Spokane’s
premiere leadership, education and networking program. Employers gain valued community exposure. Business and non profit leaders, public officials, and policy makers
must know one other and have a keen appreciation for how each
contributes to a healthy and economically thriving community in
order to successfully navigate these challenging times. Employees gain valuable new skills that they bring back to
the work environment.
Q: When was Leadership Spokane founded?
A: Leadership Spokane was founded in 1982 as
an outgrowth of Expo 74 by a group of business and civic leaders.
Leadership Spokane is affiliated with the Community Leadership
Association, which has over 600 national and international members,
and with Greater Spokane Incorporated.
Q: How does YLS communicate with me?
A: Information about the program, schedules
and announcements will be posted on the YLS page of the website at
www.LeadershipSpokane.org
and on the YLS MySpace and Facebook pages. We
will also send you a text message and e-mail a couple days prior to
the class sessions with reminders and updates.
Parents are welcome to join the YLS distribution e-mail list
as well. Note: the Leadership
Spokane office is closed after 5 PM, so it is not useful to call
after that time with messages or questions.
Q: What is Youth Leadership Spokane?
A: YLS is a 10-month civic leadership training
program, based on the principles of servant leadership and cultural
competence. Youth have the desire to serve their community and get
to know teens from other schools. YLS gives them
the skills and connections with area leaders so that they can be
successful as young servant leaders.
Q: Can I get service learning credit for YLS?
A: Leadership Spokane staff will work with
your high school to assist you in getting credit for required
service learning or for other school projects
Q: Are scholarships available?
A: Yes, a limited number of scholarships is
available. We welcome applications from those
with financial need and are honored to assist in this way.
Q: What does YLS expect of me?
A: Students must demonstrate a commitment to
personal growth and to getting involved in their community.
Students must have high standards of personal integrity and
be able to dedicate the required time to the program.
Q: If I am not accepted this year, may I reapply?
A: Definitely. With your
permission, we will retain your application for preferred
consideration for the next selection period.
Q: Who should apply for Leadership Spokane?
A: Whether you’re 25 or 65, new in town, just
getting established in your career, or have lived in the region for
some time, Leadership Spokane is an ideal vehicle to expand your
knowledge of the region’s infrastructure. You recieve cross
training on how the system works and what impact your industry
has on the system as a whole. You will form lasting and very useful
networks with current and upcoming leaders.
Q: What presenters are featured in the Sessions?
A: Past presenters have included Dr. Joe
Albert, Ivan Bush, Julie Prafke, Dale Stedman, Rich Hadley, Neal
Sealock, Dr. Raymond Reyes, Kim Zentz, Ron Wells, Barb Chamberlain,
Steve Faust, Chris DeForest, Kelly Lerner, Allen Battle, Marty
Dickinson, Randy Shaw, Addy Hatch, Dr. Gordon Jackson, Angela Brown,
Dr. Grant Forsyth, Tobby Hatley, Dr. Robbie Paul, Mayor Mary Verner,
Chief Anne Kirkpatrick, Chief Bobby Williams, Sheriff Ozzie
Knezovich, Karen Mobley, Maestro Eckart Preu, Christopher Anderson,
Marla Nunberg, Ben Stuckart, Michael Smith, Dr. Scott Finnie,
Lucinda Kay, Mike Forness, Councilwoman Diana Wilhite, Dr. Michael
Akpamgo, Joyce Cameron, Rick Steltenpohl, Ann Price, Councilwoman
Nancy McLaughlin, Rhosetta Rhodes, Yvonne Lopez-Morton, Dr. Gary
Livingston, Toni Lodge, Cleve Penberthy, Tennille Jeffries-Simmons,
Dr. Brian Pitcher, and Dr. Nancy Stowell.
Q: What geographic location does Leadership Spokane serve?
Q: Students come from
throughout the greater Spokane County area. If you have a business
or civic interest in the region, please apply.